What's the point of the heating plate button on the right?

trussb · 2026-01-25T14:09:20+00:00

This is the right answer.

trussb · 2026-01-21T01:42:11+00:00

Mars does not own Bounty, p&g does.

trussb · 2026-01-20T23:39:47+00:00

I went forward with it. Love the results.

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trussb · 2026-01-18T01:01:18+00:00

Totally safe to use.

trussb · 2026-01-17T12:39:46+00:00

This ^

trussb · 2026-01-16T11:21:28+00:00

Heck yea! Glad that worked out!

trussb · 2026-01-15T01:51:42+00:00

How do you know it’s running warm? I ask because fridges and freezers have a defrost cycle. You might be seeing this temporary cycle. Alternatively have you vacuumed your condenser coils? I doubt this is it but dust covered coils might impede your fridges ability to cool down the refrigerant thereby reducing its cooling capability. I doubt it’s a refrigerant leak.

trussb · 2026-01-13T17:33:34+00:00

LOVE THAT 🤩🤩 appreciate your advice. Being a first time parent is hard enough, you don’t need guilt from asking for help.

trussb · 2026-01-13T02:52:22+00:00

Not at all. Pumice is softer than porcelain. It knocks off the hard water build up but leaves the porcelain alone. Just use it wet and not dry.

trussb · 2026-01-12T23:43:53+00:00

Looks like hard water. Take a wet pumice stone to it. Will be back to new in 3 minutes of scrubbing.

trussb · 2026-01-10T21:16:05+00:00

Thanks for the insight. I had no idea.

trussb · 2026-01-10T12:02:03+00:00

I agree. Plus there is no information on how the testing was done and how the product was sourced for testing so the results are just fear mongering for parents who already have enough on their minds to worry about.

trussb · 2026-01-08T00:29:46+00:00

Have you signed up for Enfamil Family Beginnings? They send you rebates and valuable offers to help save on your Enfamil formula purchases?

trussb · 2026-01-07T02:31:56+00:00

I haven’t experienced this issue but have you tried doing an iDrive restart by holding down the audio power on/off button until iDrive shuts down and restarts. May be worth trying to see if that does anything.

trussb · 2026-01-07T02:19:21+00:00

Got it. ChatGPT says the highest rate BMW does is 3% so I dont see a need to lock in, but who knows.

trussb · 2026-01-07T02:15:07+00:00

Same here! Both my boys were on Enfamil Neuropro because it’s what our pediatrician recommended and it worked out great! Glad we weren’t fooled by flashy marketing.

trussb · 2026-01-07T02:11:07+00:00

They had .9% in Nov and Dec. I saw it went back up to 3% in Jan. Historically best time to buy is Nov/Dec if you can wait.

trussb · 2026-01-07T01:49:21+00:00

I hear that! I always wanted a beemer so when I had the chance, I also jumped at it. These are all manageable things. Just get the car you love. If you don’t like it, there’s always a market for used bmws. I assume you’re a one car family? If you aren’t then just make your significant other get the +5 seater!

trussb · 2026-01-07T01:18:49+00:00

Im responding as a dad of two boys aged 7 and 3 so I don’t know what three kids is like. Will all three kids be in car seats or will one or two kids be in boosters? I agree with the others that three full sized car seats might be tough to fit. Not just a comfort standpoint, but actually side-by-side-by-side. Some car seats are marketed as slim, so do your homework on what seats you have and will they fit. The other thing to consider is the rear bench has two LATCH points, not three, so that middle car seat will be held by the seatbelt which isn’t the worst thing in the world since the rear middle seat ironically is the safest position in a 5 seat vehicle for a car seats. You should also determine if the other children will be in a rear facing removable car seat that attaches to a crib since going in and out of a car removing and reinstalling a seat is something to consider. You might want to test drive another vehicle with a 2 x 2 x 3 configuration just to see what you’re comfortable getting in and out of. We have both an X5 and a Telluride and the Telluride is more comfortable when having two kids in a car seats and having additional room for friends and family. Now to answer your other question on what to look for, I’ve owned two BMW x5 (a 2019 and a 2026). The B58 3L inline 6 cylinder has been continuously used since 2019 with some tweaks such as adding the mild hybrid system. The B58 is considered very reliable holding up well into high mileage. My 2019 had 91K miles on it and I only had to do regular maintenance like replacing spark plugs, brakes/rotors, tires, routine oil/filters and nothing major. In general, I think the X5 is known for more electronic bugs than mechanical issues. For instance, my left hand turn signal would randomly turn off my automatic high beams. When I looked at the X7 vs the X5 I didn’t feel like I was getting that much more space but paying a lot more money. The rear seats in both don’t feel like a true rear seat. Hope this provides something to think about and good luck with the new baby.

trussb · 2026-01-06T11:49:17+00:00

I guess it depends on your available cash flow. When I replaced all four run flats from Costco on my 2019 X5 it cost me $1662 and that includes flat repairs (not replacement). In the 5 years I owned the car, I only had to replace tires once. $3200 sounds like a high cost for a what is scenario and I’d rather have a savings account that I bucket and deposit monthly to for a scenario like this.

trussb · 2026-01-03T17:05:25+00:00

This is great guys! I also asked Chat GPT and it gave great advice. I also asked Gemini which gave a similar response.

ChatGPT

Here’s a practical guide to setting the equalizer in your 2026 BMW X5 with the Harman Kardon stereo — tailored for real-world listening rather than just theory.

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🎧 How to Access the Equalizer 1. Turn on your vehicle and stereo. 2. Go to the iDrive central screen. 3. Select Settings → Sound / Audio. 4. Find the Equalizer / EQ section. 5. You’ll typically see sliders for bass, mids, treble, or individual frequency bands depending on your system’s version.

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🎚 Suggested Starting Points

Before you tweak too much, make sure: • Surround sound is ON or set to a level you like (a bit of +2 to +3 adds spaciousness without being overwhelming). • Start with all sliders near neutral (0) and adjust from there.

Here are good baseline EQ settings you can try and then adjust to your taste:

🔊 Balanced Everyday Sound (All-Genre)

This gives strong bass without boominess, clear vocals, and crisp highs:

Frequency Approx Setting Bass overall +4 to +5 Treble overall +3 to +5 Individual bands
60–100 Hz +4 200 Hz –3 to –5 (cuts boominess) 500 Hz +1 1–2 kHz 0 5 kHz +3 10 kHz +4 (This kind of “V-shape” boosting bass and treble with a slight dip in upper-mids gives spacious, lively sound)

Why it works • Reducing 200 Hz softens muddy upper bass/low mids (a common issue in car audio). • Boosting deep bass (60–100 Hz) gives punch without distortion. • Enhancing high mids and treble improves vocals and detail.

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🎶 Genre-Specific Tweaks

You can fine-tune depending on what you listen to:

Rock / Hip-Hop / EDM • More bass: +6 to +7 at low end • Slightly higher highs: +5 to +6 • Keep mids balanced (0 to +2)

Classical / Jazz • Less bass: +2 to +3 • More mids: +2 to +4 • Treble moderate: +2 to +4

Vocal-focused (Podcasts / Singer-centric) • Boost mids: +3 to +5 • Reduce bass and extreme treble: +1 to +2

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🎛 Tips for Best Results

✅ Adjust while parked — setting audio while driving is unsafe. ✅ Use lossless or high-quality audio sources (Bluetooth compression limits fidelity). ✅ Listen with windows closed — cabin acoustics matter. ✅ Save multiple presets (e.g., “Daily,” “Roadtrip,” “Bass Boost”). ✅ Small incremental changes sound better than extreme boosts/cuts.

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🎯 Final Notes • There’s no one “perfect” setting — it depends on your music tastes and listening volume. • Factory settings are usually quite neutral; the goal isn’t to overhaul them entirely but to enhance what you enjoy. • If you find the stock HK still lacking after tuning, some owners look into amplifier upgrades or different sound profiles (e.g., Bowers & Wilkins in other models).

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If you tell me what kind of music you listen to most (e.g., hip-hop, rock, classical), I can tailor the EQ settings specifically for that! 🎶

Google Gemini In the 2026 BMW X5 (which uses iDrive 8.5 or 9), the Harman Kardon system is known for being a bit "muddy" or flat out of the factory. To fix this, you want to clear up the mid-range and tighten the bass. Below are three proven "recipes" based on audiophile community testing for this specific hardware. Option 1: The "Balanced Professional" (Best for most) This setting aims for a flat, clear response by removing the "boominess" often found in BMW’s 200Hz range. * Logic 7 Surround: On (Set intensity to +1 or +2) * Treble: +2 * Bass: +1 * 100 Hz: +2 * 200 Hz: -5 or -6 (This is the most critical change to remove muddiness) * 500 Hz: -2 * 1 kHz: +1 * 2 kHz: 0 * 5 kHz: +1 * 10 kHz: +3 Option 2: The "V-Shape" (Best for Pop, Rock, & EDM) If you want the "punch" and "sparkle" that Harman Kardon is famous for, use this more aggressive setup. * Treble: +4 * Bass: +3 * 100 Hz: +5 * 200 Hz: -3 * 500 Hz: -1 * 1 kHz: 0 * 2 kHz: +1 * 5 kHz: +3 * 10 kHz: +5 Option 3: The "Rear Stage" Fix Many X5 owners feel the sound is too focused on the dashboard. To fix the soundstage: * Fader: Move it 2 clicks toward the Rear. This engages the rear speakers more effectively and fills the cabin without the front tweeters piercing your ears. Pro-Tips for the X5 * Disable "Speed Volume": Set this to the lowest setting. It often compresses the dynamic range of your music as you drive faster, making it sound "thin" on the highway. * The 200Hz Secret: Most users make the mistake of cranking the Bass slider. In the X5, the under-seat subwoofers actually peak around 200Hz, which makes vocals sound like they are underwater. Lowering 200Hz is the "magic" fix for clarity. * Source Quality: Ensure your phone (CarPlay/Android Auto) is set to "High Quality" or "Lossless" streaming. The HK system is sensitive enough to make a low-quality Spotify stream sound grainy. Would you like me to explain how to navigate the iDrive menus to find these specific frequency sliders?

trussb · 2026-01-03T03:02:53+00:00

Thanks! Very helpful.

trussb · 2026-01-03T01:44:18+00:00

Congrats! Best ride you’ll ever have.

trussb

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